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I broke my 5th metacarpal (knuckle) back in august. i would like to start hitting the bag again. is it safe to get back to that?
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By this time if your hand should be pain-free, and the bone should be healed. If you are still experiencing pain, you may need a follow up x-ray to make sure the bone has healed and continues to be straight and curved. Your doctor will be able to assess that.
Answered 3/15/2022
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As long as there is no pain, should be fine to start.
Answered 3/16/2022
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